City of Eugene
Housing & Homeless Communications Manager
City of Eugene, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403
Are you looking to:Learn about and provide communications and engagement leadership on one of the most important and impactful topics in Eugene?Use your creativity and skills to generate the words, images, stories, and experiences that engage the community and our organization on housing and homelessness and the City’s response to this critical community topic?Work with thoughtful and energetic colleagues on the City’s housing, homeless services, public space, and public information teams to help communicate about this important work?Connect with community members through multiple mediums to engage and inform about the City’s housing and homeless efforts?Work with regional and national media, as well as community and state leaders, to share the City’s story and help inform our stakeholders?If so, we invite you to apply for this rewarding job opportunity. Our work environment is dynamic, fun, and flexible, and relies on strong ties and collaboration with other work groups, agencies, and community members.Community Development is seeking an experienced community relations professional to fill the role of the Housing and Homeless Communications Manager. Working in a dynamic environment, this individual will lead City of Eugene communications efforts related to housing and homelessness topics in collaboration with a team of talented professionals in Community Development and on the Public Space Team.Application Deadline:
Monday, September 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLYRESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIREDSalary Range:
$90,792.00 - $122,574.40 AnnuallyThe City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials.Department/Division:
Planning & Development / Community DevelopmentThis position also works with the Public Space Team (a cross-departmental, collaborative City team responding to the impacts of homelessness to the community, focusing on safety, sanitation, and equitable access).Location:
Atrium Building, 99 W. 10th Avenue, Eugene; and remote at times depending on work needsSchedule:
Full Time, 40 hours per week, with evenings, weekends, and flexibility per business need. Must be available to work on site in Eugene, Oregon. On-site work required by date of hire.Benefits:
The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits.Bilingual Pay Benefit:
This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay.What to Expect from Our Application Process:
Please see our
How to Apply
page for more information on our application process.Additional Requirement:
To be considered, please submit a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in this job. Please be specific and provide examples related to communications and engagement plan implementation; developing data visualizations and presentations; legislative advocacy; and racial equity. Please do not reference your resume in your cover letter.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:Experience:
Four and a half years of progressively responsible professional community relations or communications experience, preferably in the public sector, including at least one year of program management or supervisory experience.Training/Education:
Equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, planning, public policy management, community development, or related fields.License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain a permanent, valid Oregon license.Additional Requirements:
MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECKKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.Principles and practices of project/program management and communication and the ability to manage multiple initiatives/projects with multiple teams simultaneously.Latest trends and methods in the assigned program area.Research, writing, and public speaking skills.Principles and practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, goals, and related objectives.Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.Ability to:Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with supervisor, coworkers, cross-departmental staff and leadership, agencies, consultants, interested residents, City staff, advisory committees, and public officials.Work effectively and cooperatively with key stakeholders, including other public employees in and out of the Planning and Development Department, division managers, executive managers, elected officials, and the public to support and inform decision making processes and move key initiatives forward.Evaluate impact of program decisions upon the organization.Manage multiple initiatives, projects, and assignments to achieve Community Development and Public Space Team goals within specific timeframes.Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, forecast consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.Conduct long-range planning for the program area.Perform a variety of administrative duties with little or minimal supervision.Develop and evaluate improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.Learn City of Eugene organizational structures and interrelationships.Skills in:Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Content creation and communications, related project management skills.Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.Developing and executing strategies for building connections with community members through engagement.The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061.In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.
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Monday, September 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLYRESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIREDSalary Range:
$90,792.00 - $122,574.40 AnnuallyThe City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials.Department/Division:
Planning & Development / Community DevelopmentThis position also works with the Public Space Team (a cross-departmental, collaborative City team responding to the impacts of homelessness to the community, focusing on safety, sanitation, and equitable access).Location:
Atrium Building, 99 W. 10th Avenue, Eugene; and remote at times depending on work needsSchedule:
Full Time, 40 hours per week, with evenings, weekends, and flexibility per business need. Must be available to work on site in Eugene, Oregon. On-site work required by date of hire.Benefits:
The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits.Bilingual Pay Benefit:
This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay.What to Expect from Our Application Process:
Please see our
How to Apply
page for more information on our application process.Additional Requirement:
To be considered, please submit a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in this job. Please be specific and provide examples related to communications and engagement plan implementation; developing data visualizations and presentations; legislative advocacy; and racial equity. Please do not reference your resume in your cover letter.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:Experience:
Four and a half years of progressively responsible professional community relations or communications experience, preferably in the public sector, including at least one year of program management or supervisory experience.Training/Education:
Equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, planning, public policy management, community development, or related fields.License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain a permanent, valid Oregon license.Additional Requirements:
MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECKKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.Principles and practices of project/program management and communication and the ability to manage multiple initiatives/projects with multiple teams simultaneously.Latest trends and methods in the assigned program area.Research, writing, and public speaking skills.Principles and practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, goals, and related objectives.Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.Ability to:Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with supervisor, coworkers, cross-departmental staff and leadership, agencies, consultants, interested residents, City staff, advisory committees, and public officials.Work effectively and cooperatively with key stakeholders, including other public employees in and out of the Planning and Development Department, division managers, executive managers, elected officials, and the public to support and inform decision making processes and move key initiatives forward.Evaluate impact of program decisions upon the organization.Manage multiple initiatives, projects, and assignments to achieve Community Development and Public Space Team goals within specific timeframes.Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, forecast consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.Conduct long-range planning for the program area.Perform a variety of administrative duties with little or minimal supervision.Develop and evaluate improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.Learn City of Eugene organizational structures and interrelationships.Skills in:Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Content creation and communications, related project management skills.Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.Developing and executing strategies for building connections with community members through engagement.The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061.In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.
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